Sushi, a dish made with vinegared rice and various fillings such as raw fish or vegetables, is one of the most famous Japanese foods and has become popular around the world.

The first novel ever written, The Tale of Genji, was written in Japan in the 11th century by a noblewoman named Murasaki Shikibu.

The Shinkansen, or bullet train, is a popular mode of transportation for tourists in Japan, and travels at speeds of up to 320 km/h (200 mph).